Richard L. Duquette

3150 El Camino Real, Suite F
Carlsbad, California  92018
Phone 800.464.4123

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What Can You Do to Help Improve the Outcome of Your Case?

Gather documentation of your good character (reference letters,
    employment history, community service, etc.)

Exercise your right to remain silent

Retain qualified counsel as soon as possible

Keep a diary of all significant events and potential witnesses (this information will help
    your attorney prepare the best possible defense)

DON'T investigate your own case

What can We do to Help?

Early preparation, including legal research and defense identification

Early investigation and identification of all facts helpful to defense

Interview with police to minimize or eliminate the case

Interview all witnesses

Reduce or eliminate bail requirements

Provide emotional support to loved ones and keep informed

Provide vigorous and aggressive defense

In appropriate cases, negotiate alternatives to jail

Get evaluation report from court approved psychologist (to show counseling may be a
    better alternative to jail)

We can draft appropriate motions to dismiss the case

We can draft appropriate motions to suppress evidence